Best Yamaha Cart to big block

kinion · 04-13-2009, 09:43 PM

New to cart world. I am a Yamaha rhino fan but after riding in a G-16 recently, I am convined a cart would actually be more fun and would be a bit nicer for the family.

I want to build a yamaha cart. What model is the best/easiest to big block, lift and build for performance?

G-9 versus G-16 or G-16 versus G-22?

Thanks

craig tn · 04-13-2009, 10:50 PM

I prefer the g-14 up for the body. The g14,16 and g-22 all have the same body design and have more accessories available. The front suspension is different on the g-22 than any of the previous models. G-9 was a good cart thou. As far as big block and lift all the carts are very similar in frame design.

spriddle · 04-14-2009, 06:46 AM

Welcome to BGW! I would prefer a G2/G9 to big block simply because of frame design. These models have a swing arm that is attached in two places to the frame verses one in the middle. Just a lot more stable when lifted.

TheNewGuy · 04-14-2009, 07:10 AM

Any Yamaha G2 and up is the way to go!!

rkggoodman · 04-14-2009, 07:40 AM

g-2 n g-9 simple easy and stout frame

TheNewGuy · 04-14-2009, 07:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rkggoodman

g-2 n g-9 simple easy and stout frame

I agree!

kinion · 04-14-2009, 09:55 AM

Thanks for the advice.

I have been patiently looking for a cart for a while. I have seen quite a few G-9's/G-2's/G-16's; however I am hoping to find a clean one that has engine issues so that I can transplant the big block from right away.

I know G-16's model years were in the late ninities......what about the G-2 and G-9's? What year should I be lookign for? When shopping for used carts, many folks only know the year and not the model.

Does the G-2/G-9 offer more tire clearance (when turing) than a G-16 when lifted with a 4-8 inch long travel lift?

Thanks again,

shawn.m · 04-14-2009, 10:01 AM

another thought is a 96 up g16 as you can put in the posi traction from buggies unlimited in the rear.

The g2/g9 feels a bit more stable lifted than a g14 lifted. you have to get used to the single swing arm point on the g14

dock98 · 04-14-2009, 10:05 AM

welcome to BGW. G2-G9.lots of parts around.

kinion · 04-14-2009, 10:06 AM

shawn-

Posi unit is a big deal to me...does the G-9 and G-16 have different rear differentials?

04-13-2009, 09:43 PM	#1
kinion Getting Wild Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Middletown, Missouri Posts: 103	Best Yamaha Cart to big block New to cart world. I am a Yamaha rhino fan but after riding in a G-16 recently, I am convined a cart would actually be more fun and would be a bit nicer for the family. I want to build a yamaha cart. What model is the best/easiest to big block, lift and build for performance? G-9 versus G-16 or G-16 versus G-22? Thanks

04-13-2009, 10:50 PM	#2
craig tn Gone Wild Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Covington, TN Posts: 1,942	Re: Best Yamaha Cart to big block I prefer the g-14 up for the body. The g14,16 and g-22 all have the same body design and have more accessories available. The front suspension is different on the g-22 than any of the previous models. G-9 was a good cart thou. As far as big block and lift all the carts are very similar in frame design.

04-14-2009, 06:46 AM	#3
spriddle Admin Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: TN Posts: 101,856	Re: Best Yamaha Cart to big block Welcome to BGW! I would prefer a G2/G9 to big block simply because of frame design. These models have a swing arm that is attached in two places to the frame verses one in the middle. Just a lot more stable when lifted.

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04-14-2009, 09:55 AM	#7
kinion Getting Wild Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Middletown, Missouri Posts: 103	Re: Best Yamaha Cart to big block Thanks for the advice. I have been patiently looking for a cart for a while. I have seen quite a few G-9's/G-2's/G-16's; however I am hoping to find a clean one that has engine issues so that I can transplant the big block from right away. I know G-16's model years were in the late ninities......what about the G-2 and G-9's? What year should I be lookign for? When shopping for used carts, many folks only know the year and not the model. Does the G-2/G-9 offer more tire clearance (when turing) than a G-16 when lifted with a 4-8 inch long travel lift? Thanks again,

04-14-2009, 10:01 AM	#8
shawn.m Gone Wild Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: near sacramento,ca Posts: 1,895	Re: Best Yamaha Cart to big block another thought is a 96 up g16 as you can put in the posi traction from buggies unlimited in the rear. The g2/g9 feels a bit more stable lifted than a g14 lifted. you have to get used to the single swing arm point on the g14

04-14-2009, 10:05 AM	#9
dock98 doin it in the desert Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Sonora Desert,Az Posts: 5,603	Re: Best Yamaha Cart to big block welcome to BGW. G2-G9.lots of parts around.

04-14-2009, 10:06 AM	#10
kinion Getting Wild Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Middletown, Missouri Posts: 103	Re: Best Yamaha Cart to big block shawn- Posi unit is a big deal to me...does the G-9 and G-16 have different rear differentials?

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